Home: Carlsbad, CA. Age: 70. Profession: United States Air Force. Organization: Operations Group. Title: Chief of Flight Training Standards and Evaluations. Alma mater: University of Redlands.
Latest accomplishment: Fully retired. Latest contribution to others: Volunteer work and charitable contribution a horse rescue ranch. What’s been your big (or biggest leap)? Survived and retired from the United States Air Force after 28 years. Hobbies: Motorcycles, camping, backpacking. Recent travel or adventure: Norway and the Arctic Circle. Last book read: Winning the War in your Mind, by Craig Groeschel.
Personality profile: Goal-oriented. What one word would your closest friend use to describe you? Intense. What is your favorite place (or way) to spend money? International or national travel. What is at the top of your bucket list? Month-long cruise to South America and then over to Tahiti. How do you relieve stress? Music. What is your go-to workout? Going to the gym for weights and cardio. What ingredient is essential to your perfect vacation? Rest, read, sightseeing, and relaxation.
What was your first paying job? Mowing lawns. What was your favorite college course? History. What movie have you repeatedly watched? Forrest Gump. Besides your parents, who has had the greatest influence on your life? My wife. What’s the best advice you received growing up? Set goals for yourself. What world event has had the greatest influence on your life? The Gulf War.
What is your big idea?
Spend more time listening.
What change would you like to see in the world? Learn history and don’t repeat the errors. What mega-trend most concerns you? The internet.
Who would you like to spend an evening with, in heaven? My parents. As a kid, what did you first want to be when you grew up? An astronaut. After your loved ones, what object would you first save from your burning home? Pets and pictures. How would you choose to spend tomorrow, if you knew it was your last day on earth? Relaxing with my wife in Tahiti in an overwater hut.
Personal motto: Be prepared. Favorite quote: “The only thing new in the world is the history you don’t know.” President Harry Truman.
